Ultrasound Diagnostic Tech Stat
About the Role
As our Ultrasound Technologist (Sonographer), you will utilize advanced sonographic equipment to record detailed images of blood, organs, tissues, and bodily masses, including unborn fetuses, providing critical visual data for diagnosis and prenatal care. You will directly interact with patients, explaining procedures, answering questions, and preparing them for scans. You will meticulously operate sonographic equipment, adjusting settings and patient positions to ensure clear, diagnostic images. You will monitor and care for patients to ensure their safety and comfort, select and examine images for pathologies, and present preliminary findings to Physicians.
To be successful in this role, you will possess excellent patient service and communication skills, sharp eyesight, and meticulous attention to detail. You will demonstrate strong technical proficiency, sound judgment, and advanced decision-making skills to effectively capture and interpret sonographic data, ensuring optimal diagnostic support.
Responsibilities
- Perform exams based on patient anatomy and habitus.
- Assist Radiologists and other Physicians in the performance of exams and procedures that require a physician.
- Perform exams in all areas of the hospital, including portables on units, in the ED, and in the OR.
- Prepare patients for interventional procedures.
Requirements
- High School Graduate/GED.
- Six months experience performing ultrasound in a clinical setting (either training or working).
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS).
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate’s degree or higher college-level degree.
Where You'll Work
At Dignity Health – Yavapai Regional Medical Center (DH-YRMC), now part of CommonSpirit Health, you'll join a not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider where your values align with ours. Our core mission guides every decision and interaction, offering rewarding career opportunities across a comprehensive network of inpatient and outpatient services, including:
- Two state-of-the-art acute care hospitals.
- A robust network of primary and specialty care clinics.
- Modern outpatient health and wellness services.
- Acclaimed cardiac diagnostic centers.
- Advanced outpatient medical imaging facilities.
The Prescott area provides an inspiring community designed for living, thriving, and embracing the outdoors. Enjoy a charming blend of bygone appeal and modern amenities, four distinct seasons, and nearly year-round sunshine. YRMC fosters a strong sense of family and belonging among team members, empowering you to prioritize both professional growth and family time.
Pay
$39.18 - $58.28 per hour.